Michigan has one of the world's few "dark sky" parks for sky gazers, Headlands International Dark Sky Park. The Headlands is the seventh International Dark Sky Park in the United States and just the in the world.

Explore Michigan's Southwest Shore

With more than 140 miles of soft sand, almost every beach is the right beach along Michigan’s southwest shore. But in the towns like St. Joseph, Holland, South Haven, Grand Haven and Ludington, travelers find distinct flavors catering to a variety of tastes. Check out our guide for what to do, where to eat and where to sleep along the Lake Michigan shore.